About Van Pugh South Day Use Facility
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
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- Potable Water
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- Lake Access
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (621)
What Guests Are Saying
Van Pugh South Day Use Facility is praised for its beautiful location on Lake Lanier, offering clean sites and picturesque views, making it a perfect spot for a day at the lake. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff and the feeling of community among campers. However, some concerns were raised about limited overnight camping availability, crowd management, and occasional disturbances from large gatherings.
What Guests Are Saying
Van Pugh South Day Use Facility is praised for its beautiful location on Lake Lanier, offering clean sites and picturesque views, making it a perfect spot for a day at the lake. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff and the feeling of community among campers. However, some concerns were raised about limited overnight camping availability, crowd management, and occasional disturbances from large gatherings.
Review Summary
J. Michael W
August 25, 2022
The campground managers were extremely helpful helping solve a problem. Thank you to Randy.
J. Michael W
August 25, 2022
The campground managers were extremely helpful helping solve a problem. Thank you to Randy.
J. Michael W
August 25, 2022
The campground managers were extremely helpful helping solve a problem. Thank you to Randy.
Tim M
August 2, 2022
Excellent facilities. Helpful and pleasant hosts.
Tim M
August 2, 2022
Excellent facilities. Helpful and pleasant hosts.
Tim M
August 2, 2022
Excellent facilities. Helpful and pleasant hosts.
Jakarta H
August 1, 2022
My family and I always have a great time at this campground. The hosts are always super nice and informative. We’ve had great experiences with the other campers as well meeting great people and feeling a part of the community. Highly recommend this campground for the great views awesome hosts and friendly environment.
Jakarta H
August 1, 2022
My family and I always have a great time at this campground. The hosts are always super nice and informative. We’ve had great experiences with the other campers as well meeting great people and feeling a part of the community. Highly recommend this campground for the great views awesome hosts and friendly environment.
Jakarta H
August 1, 2022
My family and I always have a great time at this campground. The hosts are always super nice and informative. We’ve had great experiences with the other campers as well meeting great people and feeling a part of the community. Highly recommend this campground for the great views awesome hosts and friendly environment.
Carlos D
July 31, 2022
Great place to camp. The view is awesome. Very safe
Location Van Pugh South Day Use Facility
Address:
6749 Gaines Ferry Road
Flowery Branch, GA, 30542
United States
Take I-85 north to I-985, take Exit 8, turn left on Highway 347/Friendship Road. Turn right on McEver Road, then left on Gaines Ferry Road and follow signs to the campground.
The campground is accessible via I-85 and I-985, with Exit 8 leading to Highway 347/Friendship Road. McEver Road and Gaines Ferry Road provide further access to the facility.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.1844 / -83.9906
Elevation: 344 feet
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Last updated: June 13, 2026
